But after ladd the bond producers began tuning the films sensibilities to moores default lightweight compared to connery screen persona. Throughout the years, mi6 kept him outfitted in nothing but the best cars, wristwatches, and weapons. Roger moore signed book my word is my bond james bond 007. Roger moore was the best bond because he was the gen x bond. James bond, often referred to by his code name, 007, is a british secret service agent. One of the most recognizable bigscreen stars of the past half. Metro also credits moore for a more relaxed james bond.
Free postage and packing for the uk for other countries of the world. Of all the bond portrayals through the years, who do you think is the best. Moore would probably be ian flemmings favorite bond because he was his first choice for bond. The definitive anthology on the james bond film series, by sir roger moore, kbe, who played the title role from 1973 to 1985, this book features rare photographs from the film sets, shared from moores personal collection.
Sir roger moore meets young bond fan at bond on bond book signing. Roger moore, the handsome londoner who portrayed james bond in seven films with a cartoonish, cheeky charm and probably for a bit too long, has died. Get info entertainment professionals need kindle direct publishing indie digital. Roger moore delivered final manuscript before he died the. Moore has put his fond reflections on his most famous role in a volume called bond on bond. To celebrate the film franchises wonderful heritage, roger moore has written a book that features all the bond movies, along with a wonderfully witty. Moore didnt edit the sound effects on tmwgg, he just walked through it. Roger moore had the greatest gadgets in the history of bond.
He was the oldest bond ever hired, taking on the role when he was 45. Many bond fans will want to own this book, with the assured and witty text by roger moore linking the various people, themes and elements of the 007 saga. Roger moore ap roger moore wasnt a good bond, but he was my bond yes, connery and craig may have done it better, but moore was the spy i loved. A relatively heavy oversized volume, measuring 12 x 9 and weighing 3 lb, 6oz. This is a 1st edition from 2012 and comes unread in the original. The book opens with an acknowledgment to sean connery, with whom moore has been friends for many years. The acclaimed autobiography of the most loved of englishman actors sir roger moore, flemings 007 secret agent james bond from 19731985.
However beautifully photographed the picture might be, however stimulating, thoughtprovoking or thrilling the story is, however captivating the score, if what the characters say is poorly conceived, that movie is operating on a significant handicap. Sir roger moore personally signed pb bond on bond ebay. Although i much prefer sean connerys dark and dangerous portrayal of ian flemings iconic character james bond to sir roger moores light and comedic approach, i was a. Unlike sean connery whom once out of it, never say never again aside, immediately distanced himself from the world of bond and george lazenby whom, following a stalled acting career, happily cashedin on his 007 cachet by appearing at seemingly every autograph signing possible, following his 12year stint as. The ultimate book on over 50 years of 007 paperback. Why roger moore is the best bond one room with a view. Metros answer to this question is a resounding roger moore.
Explore books by roger moore with our selection at. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Louise dixon, michael omara senior editorial director, bought world rights to bond on bond from lesley pollinger at pollinger ltd. This book is part of easton press signed first edition collection. Roger moore was the best bond because he was the gen x. Sir roger moore kbe has had an extraordinary career that has spanned seven decades, from early television to the golden age of hollywood and on to international superstardom. Sir roger moore will provide a guide to the cars, gadgets and girls of the james bond movies to help celebrate the spy series 50th anniversary on the big screen. List of james bond novels and short stories wikipedia. My word is my bond by roger moore, signed abebooks. Buy bond on bond signed edition by moore, roger isbn. But moore was busy doing the saint and the producers thought casting an earthy, working class bloke connery would have greater commercial appeal. To celebrate the film franchises wonderful heritage, roger moore has written a book that features all the bond movies, along with a wonderfully witty account of his own involvement in them. Limited edition signed book by sir roger moore that has been limited to copies worldwide. The roger moore tenure in the 007 film franchise is indeed often criticized for be being the weakest of all.
Roger moore denies racist comments about idris elba. It truly has a succinct structure and delves intensely through many of the elements that went into the films with a concerted effort to intelligently assemble the progression of ideas that resulted in the look, feel and texture of the series as a whole. Here are of the best roger moore james bond scenes. The book has never been opened, still sealed as when it arrived from the publisher. I would also like to thank sean connery with whom it would not have been possible. Not to be confused with the separate edition of 5000. Moonraker a near fine or better book with one small number and name to the pastedownendpaper. Starring roger moore, carole bouquet, topol, lynnholly johnson, julian glover, cassandra harris, jill bennett, michael gothard, john wyman, jack hedley, lois maxwell, desmond llewelyn and walter gotell.
Bond on bond signed slipcase limited edition by sir roger. From the personal collection of dga, film director, jack m. Roger moore signed book bond on bond autographed 1st edition james bond 007. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. The ultimate book on 50 years sir roger moore, kbe. Roger moore signed book bond on bond james bond 007. His most notable television role was playing the main character, simon templar, in the british television series the saint from 1962 to 1969. As the over 1 billion dollar worldwide take of last years skyfall showed, james bond remains an iconic and beloved franchise. One of moores favorite nonbond film shoots was the sea wolves, a nifty action picture filmed in india, with costars peck, niven and howard. Dashing, handsome and every inch the archetypal english gentleman, he was unforgettable as the saint, as lord brett sinclair in the persuaders and, of course, as james bond, making seven blockbusting films as arguably. While there have been many actors that have taken on the coveted role of james bond, the most renowned 007 and the one with most panache and charisma is undoubtedly sir roger moore, kbe.
Roger moore personally signed pb bond on bond all items will be sent securely, in the case of fdcs or photographs they will be sent in hard backed envelopes, the item in a plastic sleeve. This edition has been personally hand signed by roger moore directly into the book. Boldly signed by roger moore on the front free endpaper. My word is my bond signed by the author by moore, roger and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
While there have been other actors that have taken on the coveted role of james bond, one of the most renowned and beloved 007s, is the charming and charismatic sir roger moore. Roger moore signed book my word is my bond james bond 007 hardcover 11 comes fully certified with certificate of authenticity and tamperevident hologram. Bond on bond signed slipcase limited edition by sir roger moore. Roger moore wasnt a good bond, but he was my bond salon. This is a 1st edition from 2012 and comes unread in the original shrink wrapping. Octavo, original illustrated wrappers, illustrated. Just so you know, long before daniel craig came along, roger moore played the role of bond in 7 films, between 1973 and 1985. Signed by roger moore on a special page prepared for that purpose. The acclaimed autobiography of the late sir roger moore, who played ian flemings secret agent james bond from 19731985, longer than any other actor. Ian fleming the roger moore james bond collection all first.
Reflections on 50 years of james bond movies, timed for the series golden anniversary and his. While there have been many actors who have taken on the coveted role of james bond, the most renowned 007 and the one with the most panache and charisma is undoubtedly sir roger moore, kbe. This 11x14 photo has been personally handsigned by actor roger moore who plays the role of british secret agent james bond. More information about this seller contact this seller 9. Roger moores best bond cars the late roger moore might have had the biggest impact on volvo p1800 sales, but his coolest onscreen car was a. Sir roger moore is one of my favorite actors in the role of james bond secret agent 007,and is a very witty,very entertaining,and very informative writer. Bond on bond is an outstanding collection of artistic ideas that went into these films from the pen of sir roger moore. To celebrate these films and their cultural heritage, roger moore has written a book that features all the bond movies, along with a wonderfully witty account of. The bond movies remain the longest continually running film series in movie history, and 2012 marks its fiftieth anniversary. Daughter shares memories of growing up with james bond when sir roger moore died on may 23 this year, there was an outpouring. Sir roger moore portrayed the character of james bond in seven 007 films with a biting wit all his own. Space jam spiderman star wars suicide squad the avengers the beast the godfather the grinch who stole christmas the shining thor tombstone view all movies. Not a copy or dupe of any nature, i only deal in hand signed items.
Bond star roger moore, who has died, sent in the manuscript for his last, asyetuntitled book just two weeks ago, his publisher has revealed. Roger moore signed hardcover book, my word is my bond. While there have been other actors that have taken on the coveted role of james bond, one of the most renowned and beloved 007s, is the charming and charismatic sir roger moore, kbe. James bond star roger moore reads his autobiography my. Roger moore and the lighter side of bond the new yorker. From the girls to the villains, from the cars to the cocktails, from the gadgets to the locations, this beautiful book is illustrated with many iconic images from all the films. Roger moore has denied making racist comments about idris elbas chances of replacing daniel craig as james bond the 87yearold actor was quoted by paris match saying. But roger moores james bond was a master of all this. To celebrate the film franchises wonderful heritage, roger moore has written a book that features all the bond movies, along with a wonderfully witty account of. To celebrate the film franchises wonderful heritage, roger moore has written a book that features all the bond movies, along with a wonderfully. Moores world was instead a sort of middleground where outandout reboots simply didnt exist these became more pronounced with the three subsequent versions yet bondascharacter, sevenplus films in, was worn out enough that some playfulness was necessary. Moores bond is at once both familiar and somewhat bizarre.
The book will be published in september 2012, coinciding with 50 years of the bond film franchise and. The ultimate book on over 50 years of bond by roger moore, gareth owen isbn. Next to vesper martinis, james bond is bestknown for gadgets. The james bond literary franchise is a series of novels and short stories, first published in 1953 by ian fleming, a british author, journalist, and former naval intelligence officer. One of only 1,000 numbered and personally hand signed copies. The bond movies remain the longest continually running film series in movie history. Goodfellas harry potter it movie iron man james bond maleficent marvel moana pulp fiction rocky rudy scarface.
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